Senior Manager Operational Finance Integration and Optimization
Job Description
The Senior Manager Operational Finance Integration and Optimization is accountable for driving acquisition integration, finance transformation and optimization initiatives, with a strong focus on operating model design, integrations, systems transformation, and operational excellence. This role supports end-to-end Finance transformations and continuous improvement initiatives by improving scalability, control frameworks, and process efficiency across countries and systems. Acting as a subject-matter expert, the Senior Manager plays a key role in M&A integrations, change execution, and stabilization of finance processes.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Support and contribute to M&A integrations, ensuring smooth transition of finance processes into Circle K’s operating model and systems
Act as a finance SME in integration and transformation workstreams, workshops, and governance forums
Ensure operational readiness, stability, and effectiveness of financial controls during and after go-live phases until final integration project sign-off
Contribute to finance transformation initiatives in cooperation with the Transformation team, supporting standardized and scalable operations
Contribute to post-integration clean-up phase within finance processes
Partner with IT, system architects, transformation team and process owners to assist in translating business requirements into system solutions
Contribute to pre-studies, UAT design and execution, issue resolution, and formal finance sign-off
Lead and support change management activities across business units, shared service centers, and finance teams
Serve as a go-to SME for continuous improvement initiatives in finance processes
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or a related discipline
Experience
5+ years of experience in finance, transformation, integration, or operational roles
Exposure to audit, control, and compliance-heavy processes
Experience with JDE, AI and/or RPA is considered an advantage
Knowledge & Skills
Strong finance transformation and process improvement capabilities
Solid understanding of operational controls, audit requirements, and compliance in regulated environments
Strong analytical skills with a structured, process-oriented mindset
Ability to manage complexity across multiple countries, systems, and stakeholder groups
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to drive change and influence without formal leadership authority
WHY WORK WITH US
The opportunity to develop yourself and grow in an international company: 'As you grow, we grow together.
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company.
ACT is a proud receiver Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA)
Possibility of enrolling in stock purchase plan.
Employee discount on fuel.
A nice working atmosphere where we value our employees with access to modern work tools and office space.
At Circle K, our culture is shaped by our team members and how we treat each other. Our guiding principles are the core values we live by and inform all our actions and business decisions. You can find them at Values and Culture | Circle K.. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
INTERESTED?
We are looking forward to your application!
We know great companies are built from within, by great people like you. Come grow with us!